Inpatient Surgical Care RN – Elevate Patient Recovery

Capital Health Screening Centre; Pennington (NJ); On-site; USD 63,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital Health in New Jersey is seeking a skilled registered nurse to provide high-quality patient care within a collaborative team. The role emphasizes safe nursing practice, adherence to policies, and patient-centered care across assessments, planning, delivery, and evaluation.

Responsibilities include coordinating discharge planning, delivering compassionate pain management, and supporting ongoing education for patients and families.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's degree or graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Experience: Previous nursing experience preferred.
• Credentials: AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider; Registered Nurse - NJ.
• TNCC and CNE hours requirements depending on unit.
• NIH Stroke Scale Certification and related CNE hours depending on unit.
• ACLS, NRP, PALS certifications may be required based on assignment.

Responsibilities

• Delivers quality care to patients through a team effort in nursing process.
• Assures patient safety by following policies and procedures.
• Supports pain management and comfort measures for patients and families.
• Plans and documents discharge plans to maintain meaningful life activities.
• Explores care regimens with care team to ensure safe, effective outcomes.
• Participates in unit/hospital committees and performance improvement initiatives.
• Supports Joint Commission readiness and patient satisfaction initiatives.

Skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Decision making

Leadership training

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Job description

Capital Health in New Jersey is seeking a skilled registered nurse to provide high-quality patient care within a collaborative team. The role emphasizes safe nursing practice, adherence to policies, and patient-centered care across assessments, planning, delivery, and evaluation.

Responsibilities include coordinating discharge planning, delivering compassionate pain management, and supporting ongoing education for patients and families.